Final answer:
Statement d) 'I can continue taking my blood pressure medication on the day of the surgery.' indicates a need for further clarification by the nurse because patients may need to stop some medications before surgery to reduce bleeding risks.
Step-by-step explanation:
The correct answer is d) "I can continue taking my blood pressure medication on the day of the surgery." Patients are often required to cease taking certain medications, such as blood thinners, before surgery to reduce the risk of excessive bleeding. However, this may depend on the specific medication and the physician's instructions. The other statements a) "I should avoid eating or drinking anything for 8 hours before the surgery," b) "I'll remove my jewelry and dentures before the surgery," and c) "I'll let the nurse know if I have any chest pain or shortness of breath," are all appropriate and show that the client understands the pre-surgical instructions. The nurse should clarify with the client about which medications are safe to take on the day of the surgery, as doing so with some medications might pose a risk during the surgical procedure.